Fundamental analysis GBPUSD for 21.02.2024
The current analysis of GBP/USD shows that the price movement has no clear direction, as economic conditions in the US and UK show uncertainty, as do expectations related to central bank policies and economic data releases.
Sterling failed to hold gains despite hitting a weekly high near 1.26800, which was particularly influenced by comments from Bank of England officials. Governor Andrew Bailey said market expectations for a rate cut were not "unreasonable" and pointed to signs of easing price pressures, but did not say when or how much policy adjustments would be made. Deputy Governor Ben Broadbent and Policy Director Swati Dhingra also attended the meeting, emphasizing the shift in focus from the scope to duration of restrictive monetary policy and warning of the negative effects of high interest rates on the economy. Analysts argue that interest rate cuts are urgently needed to avoid long-term economic damage, but concerns remain about the impact of continued tight monetary policy on UK economic growth.
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